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The Talk of D.C.: Rumors Flying that Trump Wants to Undo Bike Lanes in Capital

The feds appear to be mounting an argument that bike lanes cause congestion in the nation's capitol — and advocates are bracing for a fight.

January 26, 2026

Monday Headlines: Snowpocalypse Edition

Delayed trains, closed roads, icy sidewalks and a pristine opportunity to make snow angels. Plus other news.

January 26, 2026

New Details: Hochul’s Car Insurance ‘Affordability’ Pitch Will Shortchange Crash Victims

Hochul's Uber-backed bid to make car insurance affordable hides harmful policies for victims of car drivers.

January 23, 2026

State Pols Could Regulate E-Bikes Despite Not Knowing What They Are

State lawmakers are flirting with the idea of regulating e-bikes as if they were cars, but don't have all the facts.

January 23, 2026

Talking Headways Podcast: A Week Without Driving

Anna Zivarts discusses the lessons of her national campaign and yearly event with several politicians who brought it to their communities.

January 23, 2026

Friday Headlines: Trouble On The Horizon Edition

New York is seemingly all spin and fear these days. Plus other news.

January 23, 2026

Assembly To Discuss E-Bike Regulations In Wake of NJ Restrictions

Lawmakers appear ready to regulate e-bikes amid concerns that they are looking at the wrong solution and knee-capping the industry

January 22, 2026

Heastie Undecided On Gov. Hochul’s Uber-Backed Push to Lower Car Insurance Rates

The Assembly Speaker is definitely not sold on Gov. Hochul's effort to reduce car insurance costs by lowing payouts to victims.

January 21, 2026

What the ‘Abundance’ Agenda Could Mean For Equitable Transportation

Will Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson's buzzword usher in an era of bountiful transportation options, or just more highways?

January 21, 2026